In Reply to: Jayakarta V's MBR posted by cheryl on Friday, 17. February 2006 at 19:04 Bali Time:
I've been to both and think the Jayakarta would be ideal for your needs. They have 3 pools and one is purpose built for children who are your youngest's age.
I often read people talking about the 'distances' involved in staying at the Jayakarta and have a little chuckle.
The answer ? Book a room near the pools !! When you book, request a room in the 300 block and ask for an odd numbered room as they face the pools. You can even ask for a ground floor so your kids can have their own grassed area outside your room.
I don't understand how LMK can say there is (quote)less walking between pool, beach, restaurant and room (unquote). If you have a room in the 300 block of the Jaya, you would actually be closer to the children's pool than some of the older suites at the MBR. The Jaya's restaurant is right next to the pool and the distance to the beach would be the same for both hotels.